Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 25 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.
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Nose
Perfumy. Vanilla pod. Sweetly appetising. Palate
Soft. Oaty. A bit empty in the middle. Finish
A hint of lemon. Cedary, bittersweet, balancing dryness. Comment
Compass Box knows how to stay on course. Its whiskies are well-judged and consistent.
Dave Broom
Nose
Gentle and creamy. Chocolate, vanilla and some red fruitiness (raspberry yoghurt?). Palate
Very soft with great silky texture and a good cinnamon spiciness giving the mid palate a lift. Finish
Rounded, fruity and soft. Comment
Subtle and soft are the key words here. Like the best of these whiskies, this might not be as challenging as a peated Isaly or sherried Speyside but it is bloody drinkable!
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